Title: Double Trouble ReRead
Author: R.J. Blain
Series: A Magical Romantic Comedy (with a Body Count) #13
Rating Out of 5: 4.5 (Amazing, but not quite perfect)
My Bookshelves: Paranormal romance, Urban fantasy
Pace: Fast
Format: eBook, Novel
Year: 2019
I might absolutely adore the Cindercorns of the Magical Romantic Comedy world, but Double Trouble introduces the insanity of the more traditional unicorns, and they are just as brilliant. I particularly love how they are not as pure and innocent as common folklore indicates – rather, they are troublesome demons with all sorts of chaotic tendencies. It was also nice to read about how they are able to convert their partners to become unicorns again. And the fact that they are placed on the earth to get rid of the dead (a bit gruesome, but absolutely in fitting with the chaotic violence of the rest of this story).
From the verb, I thought that Layla was going to have all kinds of withdrawal and issues with reintegrating into society. But, as with everything the Blain writes, she took me by surprise. Rather than being someone who needs to reintegrate, she actually has to learn how to be a member of society all on her own, for the very first time. In fact, her history is a little tragic, especially when you learn how long it spanned for. But, it also worked out really well. I love that her history gives her a goodness and sweetness that takes everyone by surprise. Even if she is ready to shank everyone with literally anything she can get her hands on…
As much as I enjoy Layla and her unicorn mate, it’s actually her future sister-in-law that I love the most. I mean, two women frequently deciding that they want to take over the world is great. Plus, there is nothing like the idea of being able to get along with your in-laws. Even if it is choosing to just cause chaos and mayhem with every breath that you take. It’s also a reminder that us somewhat insane chaos queens can always find a friend who will just… lean into the chaos that we like to create.
Double Trouble is a story of chaos and mayhem, with a whole lot of forgiveness and conspiracy thrown in. I loved each and every moment of the stupidity and chaos. It is yet another great addition to the Magical Romantic Comedy world, and one that I enjoyed rereading. And will enjoy rereading again and again and again.
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